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    United Biscuits (UB) is a leading European manufacturer of biscuits.

    Until the sale of UB subsidiary KP Snacks to Intersnack - an agreement announced in December of 2012 - United Biscuits was also a leading manufacturer of nuts and savory snacks.

    United Biscuits is owned by Blackstone and PAI, who acquired United Bisuits in 2006 for £1.6bn from a private consortium that acquired the company in 2000, when it was listed on the London stock exchange.
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    United Biscuits
    August 10, 2009

    New Herefordshire company Processing Potato Growers Ltd sell crop to United Biscuits

    Three major growers have set up a new potato farming company in Herefordshire. Faced by three bad seasons and difficulty in maintaining high standards in the packing trade, they have decided to change direction in marketing. The new company, Process...
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    Recipe for change
    July 08, 2009

    FDF Recipe for Change: Product innovation continues despite economic downturn

    The economic downturn has not created a 'health crunch' when it comes to new product innovation, suggests research conducted for the Food and Drink Federation (FDF) by independent consultancy Mintel's Global New Products Database. Based on its tracki...
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    United Biscuits
    July 08, 2009

    United Biscuits reformulation case study (FDF: Recipe for Change)

    “The reformulation of our well loved McVitie's brand was the latest in a long line of projects that have delivered a significant health benefit for consumers – without any compromise on taste” Alice Cadman, Head of Strategic Projects, United Biscuits.
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    Brannigans (Source: United Biscuits)
    July 07, 2009

    Branningans' iconic brown paper bag returns

    To tap into the growing consumer trend for nostalgic brands, United Biscuits UK , a leading UK manufacturer of snacks, biscuits and cakes, has redesigned its Brannigans range to generate extra sales. Available now, the new design draws inspiration from...
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